okgo Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 Amanda Seyfried took a break from transforming into Elizabeth Holmes to prepare to be Glinda the Good Witch for Jon M. Chu’s upcoming “Wicked” musical adaptation. Oscar and Emmy nominee Seyfried, who played Theranos founder and convicted fraudster Holmes for Hulu’s “The Dropout,” told Backstage that it was her dream to audition for “Wicked.” Despite not landing the role of Glinda, Seyfried was proud of her audition, which proved just how far her singing range has come since the days of “Les Misérables” (2012) and “Mamma Mia!” (2008). “I have dreams that I’m still auditioning for ‘Wicked,'” Seyfried said. “Last summer while I was playing Elizabeth [on ‘The Dropout’], on the weekends I was auditioning in person to play Glinda in the movie version of ‘Wicked’ — because I wanted it that much that I was like, ‘You know what? Yeah, I have to play the last scene of ‘The Dropout’ on Tuesday. I’ll give my Sunday to you.’ I literally bent over backwards while playing the hardest role of my life.” She added, “But I think it also taught me how far I’ve come as a singer, which I really wanted to prove. Because ever since ‘Les Mis,’ I was like, I need to be better. I need to do better. So whatever comes next in terms of musicals, I’m finally prepared.” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gwendolyn Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 And she would have ate! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KillingYourCareer Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 She could have ANY role she wants if it was up to me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gui Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 I wish it was Amanda’s Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gui Blackout Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 She would've been perfect tbh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TaylorNation Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 ugh this is so frustrating, she would have been so much better for the part than the tragic mess we ended up with it’s insane how this movie went from being one of the most anticipated events ever by Broadway/musical nerds to nobody wanting to see it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiliam Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 omg she would have slay the roles. Hollywood need to make more musical and cast Amanda Seyfried and Anne Hathaway in those singing roles, they are perfect for musical (camp acting and good singing voice) Still hope Ariana do well, im always rooting for musical in genral Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squall Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 Why did they choose Ariana? No shade but she is a terrible actress Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jude Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 Glad they picked the better artist. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shinning Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 7 minutes ago, Squall said: Why did they choose Ariana? No shade but she is a terrible actress But she is a much better singer than all these actresses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vespertine Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 Amanda would have been MUCH better for the role. What a shame. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moonlitdick Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 1 hour ago, TaylorNation said: ugh this is so frustrating, she would have been so much better for the part than the tragic mess we ended up with it’s insane how this movie went from being one of the most anticipated events ever by Broadway/musical nerds to nobody wanting to see it And what exactly are you basing this off of? Better luck next time Amanda! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goofy Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 she was never going to win against Ari, at least she gave her best Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sourtwink Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 both amanda and dove cameron would have been infinitely better than ariana as glinda but they really stood no chance against ariana solely because of her fame. i can’t wait to see the casting + the movie being split into two parts bite them in the ass and make them lose money though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pink Ranger Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 Now make Mama Mia 3 sis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thinking Of You Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 She never was going to get the role. Not with that voice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TaylorNation Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 1 hour ago, moonlitdick said: And what exactly are you basing this off of? Better luck next time Amanda! the internet? perhaps if you had a look at other places besides ATRL and ArianaUpdatez1994 on twitter you would know sis off of social media and Broadway forum reactions, everyone is clowning this movie and no one is excited anymore beyond Ariana stans Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jude Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 10 minutes ago, TaylorNation said: the internet? perhaps if you had a look at other places besides ATRL and ArianaUpdatez1994 on twitter you would know sis off of social media and Broadway forum reactions, everyone is clowning this movie and no one is excited anymore beyond Ariana stans OAH are really funny. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moonlitdick Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 14 minutes ago, TaylorNation said: the internet? perhaps if you had a look at other places besides ATRL and ArianaUpdatez1994 on twitter you would know sis off of social media and Broadway forum reactions, everyone is clowning this movie and no one is excited anymore beyond Ariana stans Yes, I’m sure you’ve asked each & every person of the millions interested in the musical what they think about this adaption tell us more TaylorNation since you have so much intel & can allegedly read minds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moonlitdick Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 10 minutes ago, Jude said: OAH are really funny. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bussea Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 Should’ve been Amanda LOVE her. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R.E.M. Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 4 minutes ago, moonlitdick said: Yes, I’m sure you’ve asked each & every person of the millions interested in the musical what they think about this adaption tell us more TaylorNation since you have so much intel & can allegedly read minds. not an account named TaylorNation trying to dunk on Ariana in a thread about Amanda Seyfried obsessed/unhinged behaviour. OT: Amanda is a great actress but she doesn't have the vocals for Glinda. People underestimating how vocally demanding the role is Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TaylorNation Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 12 minutes ago, Jude said: OAH are really funny. except i’m not an OAH, that’s what makes the reactions from Ariana stans to my opinions on this movie so funny 3 minutes ago, moonlitdick said: Yes, I’m sure you’ve asked each & every person of the millions interested in the musical what they think about this adaption tell us more TaylorNation since you have so much intel & can allegedly read minds. not only this is a toddler level comeback, you also have no idea what you’re talking about you can dRaG mE all you want but the fact remains that the reactions to the casting of the leads, or even that stupid announcement of the two parts, have gone down like a lead ballon. we all saw what happened with Cats and Dear Evan Hansen (both from Universal incidentally) when the theater community did not support them. not saying this is what’s going to happen here but almost nobody is happy with the creative choices so far and the only ones fully on board are the Ariana stans Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moonlitdick Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 (edited) 14 minutes ago, TaylorNation said: except i’m not an OAH, that’s what makes the reactions from Ariana stans to my opinions on this movie so funny not only this is a toddler level comeback, you also have no idea what you’re talking about you can dRaG mE all you want but the fact remains that the reactions to the casting of the leads, or even that stupid announcement of the two parts, have gone down like a lead ballon. we all saw what happened with Cats and Dear Evan Hansen (both from Universal incidentally) when the theater community did not support them. not saying this is what’s going to happen here but almost nobody is happy with the creative choices so far and the only ones fully on board are the Ariana stans Fact remains that we have no concrete proof that this movie won’t be received well. No reviews, no trailer, the movie hasn’t even been shot yet…. Once you have anything tangible regarding Wicked 2024 (not those other movies you referred to for a weak attempt at some context ) to back up what you’re saying, then we’ll hear you out. Empty statements simply aren’t enough. also Cats was terrible all around Edited July 20, 2022 by moonlitdick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KKW Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 No Ariana, no film adaptation Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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